Documentary on One Podcast

Irish comedian Maeve Higgins looks for people who write to Saint Valentine in Whitefriar Church Dublin. She meets people who are looking for love, asking for help, telling him their most intimate hopes and fears - all written into a public book on displaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marianne Argue has an unglamourous job in the frontline of the health service crisis: she's a bed manager in Wexford General Hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2006 Westmeath taxi driver Ray O'Hara found himself with a VIP in the back of his cab, and a fare that would last 6 months with the King of Pop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Barry is from Portlaoise; he's spent his working life in technology and now he's set up a company with his children to produce products for bedroom DJs and musicians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A sonic portrait of Skellig Michael in the company of world-renowned sound recordist, Chris Watson. Chris captures the gurgling of Storm Petrels and the raucous music of Manx Shearwaters as they swarm around Christ’s Saddle in the dark.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two different tales of Irish people who share an enthusiasm for retro Americana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Every county in Ireland, except one, has at least one winner of the Victoria Cross. This radio documentary delves into this little known aspect of Irish history to find out who these men were and how they won the most prized award for gallantry. (2010)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

District Nurse, Margaret Roche, recalls working as a rural midwife in Co. Wexford from the 1950s to the 1970s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A shocking incident in a quiet Canadian town, as told by the neighbours who unwittingly found themselves caught in the middle of a domestic abuse incident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2004, Wexford Co. Council built new public housing in the villages of Campile and Fethard-on-Sea and to mark this project the Council also commissioned a suite of music.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An incredible story. 80yr old Donegal man Peter Daly was a member of the notoriously corrupt NYPD Special Investigations Unit during the 1970s. Peter received a 10yr jail term for his involvement in a 100kg drug seizure and befriended the mafia in prisonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why people are breaking up pianos, what the keening means at a funeral in South Africa and the boxing barber/hair-cutting boxer - extracts from three stories courtesy of The Dark group in London. You can listen to the full stories at inthedarkradio.org.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

20 years ago the Documentary Unit put a microphone on a small boy starting national school in Dublin. Now, 20 years later, where is everyone? Especially the hysterical child who tried to escape the classroom when his mother left.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The biggest known oil reserve in the world. A tiny community of aboriginal Canadians. And a Limerick GP. How an Irish doctor came face to face with the biggest industrial project on the planet and found himself at the centre of a nationwide controversy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TOG is a hackerspace group. Every other Tuesday they meet to pick locks. They have a table full of padlocks that range from simple 3-pin ones to more challenging 5-pin locks. They all seek that "moment of joy" that comes with success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's 1913 and when a Longford woman's engagement to a rich Glasnevin resident is derailed, where does she turn for comfort - the Dublin Courts. Miss Emily Sheeran took Mr Patrick Duignan to court for Breach of Promise to Marry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

'Drifting' is the 'art' of driving a car sideways. Mike Fitz says he can park better with a handbrake than conventional manoeuvering. It sounds scary and looks chaotic but Mike explains that drifting racing cars is carefully controlled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In August 2001, three Irish men who were travelling on fake passports were arrested in Bogota Airport, Colombia. The men became known as the 'Columbia Three'. One of the men, Jim Monaghan, tells his story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The car boot sale in the grounds of Tallaght stadium every Saturday morning has people queueing from 3a.m. Salum is there for books, Calthe is looking for runners and Joe, John and Jeremy are trying to offload unwanted stuff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wild Boar became extinct in Ireland during Celtic times, hunted into legend by our ancestors, but could it be making a comeback? Shane Dunphy seeks out the true story behind this enigmatic animal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PJ Heraty is a sculptor. One day, over 30 years ago, he was called to an interview with 14 other artists to a Dublin pub. This led to a career working up close with Irish celebrities as part of his job with the Wax Museum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look into the secret life of Richard Pockrich's Glass Harp, celebrating its music and exploring the strange career of its wild and wacky inventor and examining the myths surrounding its effect on listeners and performers alike. A look into the secret life of Richard Pockrich's Glass Harp, celebrating its music and exploring the strange career of its wild and wacky inventor and examining the myths surrounding its effect on listeners and performers alike.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A coach among coaches - Gus O'Loughlin of The Burren tug-of-war team. He has sworn he'll bring a team from The Burren to an All-Ireland final and he's on his way. But Gus has his own to story to tell too, of hard work and wild times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicknamed the ‘Emerald Isle of the Caribbean’, for centuries the island of Montserrat has had connections with Ireland. However, lurking in it's history are stories of fierce Irish slave owners. The story behind Ireland’s unofficial colony.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Four men go sailing out of Dún Laoghaire - there's no wind - nothing for it but to sit around and tell stories of whaling and banjaxed boats... Four men go sailing out of Dún Laoghaire - there's no wind - nothing for it but to sit around and tell stories of whaling and banjaxed boats...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Joe Duffy finds in a 200-year old house on Mountjoy Square Dublin - a safe house, a Dáil chamber, a wealthy home and a fresh start for adult students ... What Joe Duffy finds in a 200-year old house on Mountjoy Square Dublin - a safe house, a Dáil chamber, a wealthy home and a fresh start for adult students ...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 68-year old Galway man with a passion for soccer tricks and a few Guinness world records to his name. In his last attempt, he managed 'keepie uppies' for over 4 hours. A former upholsterer, he also played for Galway United.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In October 2005, 25-year-old Shane Mullins drove drunk, crashed his car and sustained a catastrophic brain injury. He fought his way back from the brink of death,and developed his own self-help system D'MESS to help young people mind their mental health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A visit to a horse rescue centre in Cork in the company of the bustling Julie Waters, the centre's manager. The mood is one of concern at the distress of the abandoned animals who come in and joy and playfulness with those who survive and thrive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ireland has a long history of faith healers and cures. Many claim that certain individuals have the gift to heal - others say that remedies passed down through generations can cure. We look inside this mysterious world - and meet some believers and healersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when a woman walks up to you on the street and gives you a bunch of flowers? The 2011 London riots shocked many Londoners but in Bernadette Russell's, they made her start an unusual project: 366 Days of Kindness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you experience music when you can't hear?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Waterford forge comes to life once moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when they turn off the TV in the Nore Bar, Kilkenny City every second Tuesday night? The young folk leave after watching the football, the TV is switched off, the spotlight comes on in the corner of the bar and the monologues start. It is a social occasion, where many stories are shared with laughter and tears. (First Broadcast 2006)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Zac, Luke and Clara are three children living in Ireland. In America, another little girl they don't know - Molly Brockie - is undergoing clinical trials that could change all of these childrens lives. All have Angelman Syndrome - a rare genetic disorder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the first time since the 1970s, 'County London' have advanced to the Connacht semi-final in the GAA Senior Football Championships. Maybe not a big deal here but over there, Robert Mulhern, author of "A Very Different County", says it matters a lot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imagine being the daughter of one of the world's most experimental and famous writers. Lucia Joyce was the troubled and talented daughter of James Joyce. Surrounded by bohemian life, he fragile mental health led to a long battle to regain her life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's more to one Connemara beach than sunbathing. Omey Island is off the coast of Galway. At every low tide you can travel to the island across a magnificent, broad strand. Once a year, this strand is the location of one of Ireland's beach races.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Invasions, battles, romance - centuries of history brought to life in 15 huge embroidered panels telling the epic story of the founding of New Ross, Co. Wexford in 1207.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why is this man Ireland's No.1 "Who" fan?… Why is this man Ireland's No.1 "Who" fan?…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A story of co-parenting, of a parenting contract and the creation of a 21st century modern day family. Brian Kelly is from North Cork, Phoenix, the mother of his child is Chinese - and their daughter, Ever Elizabeth Jade Kelly is Australian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In July 2011, Anders Behring Breivik killed 77 people in Norway - 8 died in a bombing and 69 were subsequently shot in one of Norway's worst human atrocities. Here, we meet the police investigator who was charged with bringing Anders Breivik to justice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a documentary about travelling theatre, about a childhood trauma, about a place on the border, and about a 70-something man's search for his father.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two men with Irish connections on opposite sides in the Falklands War.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 'documentary novel' by Chris Brookes about war brides – women, including Chris's own mother, who married allied servicemen during World War II. A 'documentary novel' by Chris Brookes about war brides – women, including Chris's own mother, who married allied servicemen during World War II.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day out with the cooks, drivers and customers of the Meals on Wheels in Dalkey, Co. Dublin. (First Broadcast March 2006) A day out with the cooks, drivers and customers of the Meals on Wheels in Dalkey, Co. Dublin. (First Broadcast March 2006)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A London taxi tour around the stories of the Irish in London, including the more recently-arrived.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that the weather's picking up, you may be thinking about going for a swim. But, no matter how hardy you think you are, you'll have to go a long way to match the Banna Polar Bears who swim every month of the year - even when the sand is frozen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The London Underground has The District Line, The Circle Line and so on. "The Green Line" is a notional Tube line that Robert Mulhern has taken to find Irish stories in the UK capital: the "Mammy" away from home, the ex-prisoner, the retired drinkers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The artist who burns his artSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.